The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a $52,500 fine against a passenger who brutally attacked a Delta Air Lines flight attendant. Is the fine too little, too much, or just right? Delta Passenger Faces Stiff FAA Fine After...
Emirates May Swap More 777X Jets For 787 Dreamliners
As frustration grows over delivery delays, Emirates has expressed its willingness to consider more Boeing 787 Dreamliners in place of late-arriving 777X jets. Emirates Open To Swapping Delayed 777X For 787 Boeing’s 777X program is three years behind schedule...
JetBlue Flight Diverts After Anti-Masker Harasses Passengers Between Cocaine Snorts
What a flight…kudos to JetBlue for its handling of what was a very volatile situation after a man refused to wear a mask, snorted cocaine onboard, and harassed other passengers. JetBlue Flight Diverts After Man Harasses Other Passengers After...
Virgin Australia CEO: Open International Borders Even if People Die As A Result
In a refreshing display of candor, the Virgin Australia CEO has called upon the Australian government to re-open borders once the adult population has been offered vaccinations, even if it leads to death. Virgin Australia CEO Says International Borders...
JetBlue Plans To Open Its Own Lounges
JetBlue plans to “likely” open its own airport lounges in the future, but initially plans to use contract lounges for its premium cabin Mint customers flying transatlantic. JetBlue Plans To Open Its Own Lounges…Eventually A source told Live and...
United Airlines Adding More Domestic + International Flights In July
United Airlines will add 400 more daily flights to its July 2021 schedule as it continues to see a a strong rebound in both domestic and international travel. United Airlines Bulks Up July 2021 Schedule With More Flights In...
Why Do Pilots Who Fly Widebodies Get Paid More?
Resident pilot 121pilot, a captain for a major U.S. airline, authors a new column on Live and Let’s Fly called Ask Your Captain. His mission: demystify the flight deck and an answer any question you may have on the...
When Does A Passenger Of Size Become A Passenger Of Danger?
Here’s an interesting issue I want to approach in a very sensitize way. When does a passenger of size (a large or overweight passenger) on an airplane become a danger such that transport itself places the safety of others...
United Airlines Will Reintroduce Meal Pre-Orders In First Class
While details have yet to emerge, United Airlines plans to shortly reintroduce the ability for first class passengers to order meals in advance on select flights. It will also use technology to better provision catering on flights. United Airlines...
Review: Barcelo Bavaro Beach Resort Punta Cana
This is a hotel review provided by 121pilot, our resident pilot on Live and Let’s Fly. 121pilot is a captain for a major commercial airline. In November I had a layover at the Barceló Bávaro Beach Resort in Punta Cana....
Southwest Airlines’ Huge Hawaii Expansion
Southwest Airlines will greatly expand its service in Hawaii with new service from four cities which will directly challenge competitors and respond to growing demand for travel to the Hawaiian islands. Southwest Airlines Announces Hawaii Expansion From Four Cities...
First Impressions: Turkish Airlines A350-900 Business Class
Earlier this week I had the chance to fly a Turkish Airlines A350 in business class. Although the journey was short, I had an excellent flight and was happy to see that Turkish Airlines has restored much of its...
Frontier Airlines Adds Service To Burbank
Low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines is coming to Burbank, with a trio of new routes that will challenge existing carriers (including American, Avelo, Southwest, Spirit and United Airlines). Frontier Airlines Adds Three Burbank Routes Frontier will add three new routes...
COVID-19 Surging In Seychelles, The Most Vaccinated Nation On Earth
The fact that COVID-19 is surging in Seychelles is a sad reflection that all vaccinations are not created equal. COVID-19 Rising Rapidly In Seychelles, Despite Vaccination Success In terms of population share, Seychelles had vaccinated more citizens than any...
Is Delta Pathetic Or Reasonable In Asking Flight Attendants & Pilots To Clean Lounges?
Delta recently reached out to Atlanta employees, including pilots and flight attendants, asking them to come into the airport on their own time to help clean up Delta’s Sky Club lounges. Pathetic Or Reasonable? Delta Asks Employees To “Volunteer”...
CDC: Masks No Longer Necessary For Vaccinated People – Travel Impact
In a surprise move that could also impact travel, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced that people who are fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks indoors or outdoors and no longer need to social distance....
Disturbing Pattern: Southwest Airlines Mistreats Disabled Passengers
In the last two months, including twice in the last week, I have covered three stories involving disabled passengers on Southwest Airlines who were unreasonably removed. Is this all a coincidence or does Southwest have a culture problem in...
United Airlines Restores Hot Meals In Domestic First Class
United Airlines will restore hot meal service on more routes and introduce new menu items starting next month. With its move, United becomes the first U.S. carrier to restore hot meals on shorter routes. Hot Meal Service Returns To...
Pictures: Denver’s Beautiful New Airport Terrace
Denver International Airport has opened its first of three terraces and I recently had a chance to visit it. It’s a great step toward moving DEN from a venue of utility to a venue of beauty. Denver Airport Terrace...
As Turkish Airlines Brings Back Onboard Chefs, Is A Real Glass Too Much To Ask For On U.S. Carriers?
Friendly chefs and full meals are back onboard Turkish Airlines flights. It’s a good step. It also reminds me how nice it would be just to get a “real” glass or cup on U.S. carriers… Turkish Airlines Restores Catering...
